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Home of the Drive-Through Safari Adventure!Mon, 14 Aug 2017 19:54:25 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=3.8.1Lion Country Safari Ranked “Top 10 Savanna Exhibit in World”http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/ranked-top-10-savanna-exhibit-in-world/
http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/ranked-top-10-savanna-exhibit-in-world/#commentsWed, 14 Jun 2017 14:02:31 +0000http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/?p=6018Just weeks after receiving Palm Beach County’s highest tourism honor, Discover the Palm Beaches “Providencia Award”, Lion Country Safari has been ranked one of the “10 Best Savanna Exhibits” in the world by Zoo Nation. Other zoos on the list include Dallas Zoo, the Wilds (Ohio) and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

The list, released on June 5, 2017 on zoonation.org, counts down the top 10 places in the world to view African wildlife outside of Africa. With over 600 acres in total property including the 4-mile drive through safari, Lion Country Safari is home to 1,000 animals from 6 continents. Some sections/exhibits expand over dozens of acres allowing for a very unique experience to see wild animals in an open setting.

Loxahatchee–On Thursday, December 22nd, 2016 at 10:30a.m., Lion Country Safari will celebrate the annual Christmas with the Chimps. Little Mama, the oldest known chimpanzee, is always a charismatic fan favorite at this event. Dr. Jane Goodall estimates her age to be around 78-years-old.

For 32 years now, Santa Claus has taken a hiatus from the North Pole to deliver presents to a very special group of chimps. Once Santa’s boat/sleigh is loaded with wrapped presents including edible treats, stuffed animals, clothes and enrichment-themed activities, he will make his delivery to the 18 chimpanzees. Many enthusiasts wait all year for this opportunity to witness chimpanzees from a closer vantage point (guests are permitted out of their vehicles on an observation island directly across from the eagerly awaiting chimps).

“The chimps are very much looking forward to celebrating the holiday season this year. They’ve noticed us gathering supplies and goodies in the past few weeks and have reacted with great excitement—through displays, pant hoots and happy food chirps. They’re remarkably intelligent, so they definitely recognize that it’s almost that time of the year where they get to show off for our guests and greet Santa. They’re also much attuned to our emotions and excitement, which means that they really feel the holiday spirit in a way that most other animals do not. This is definitely a very special time for all of us,” says Primate Curator Tina Cloutier Barbour.

The presents are provided and wrapped by ChimpanZoo volunteers and staff at Lion Country Safari. ChimpanZoo is a program developed by renowned chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall for the research, enrichment and education of chimpanzees.

There is no pre-registration and attendance to the event is included with paid admission. Guests should arrive by 9:30a.m. to allow travel time to the chimp islands, located in the final section of the drive-through preserve.

West Palm Beach, FL – Lion Country Safari’s chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers’ (AAZK) is proud to host Bowling for Rhinos. The event will be held at Revolutions Bowling CityPlace May 24, 2016 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. The public is welcome and the cost is $25 which includes donation, bowling, pizza and soda.

Zoo Keepers throughout the U.S. and Canada, participate annually in Bowling for Rhinos to raise much needed funds for the conservation of endangered rhinos and the ecosystems they inhabit. Individuals can support Bowling for Rhinos in several ways: become an event sponsor or sponsor a bowler, bowl as an individual or team to raise money or donate an item to be given away as a prize. All donations are tax deductible, and 100 percent of donated funds go to Bowling for Rhinos’ conservation projects.

Since 1990, AAZK has raised over $4 million through Bowling for Rhinos with Lion Country Safari AAZK Chapter having raised more than $10,000. All the proceeds go to supporting three rhino sanctuaries in Indonesia, Sumatra and Kenya, while also raising community participation with Action for Cheetahs in Kenya.

American Association of Zoo Keepers AAZK is a nonprofit (U.S. 501c3) volunteer organization made up of professional zoo keepers and other interested persons dedicated to professional animal care and conservation. AAZK exists to advance excellence in the animal keeping profession, foster effective communication beneficial to animal care, support deserving conservation projects, and promote the preservation of our natural resources and animal life.

“By meeting the highest standards, Lion Country Safari is regarded as among the world’s best zoos and aquariums,” said AZA Interim President and CEO Kris Vehrs. “Lion Country Safari is a proven leader in the care and conservation of wildlife, and in inspiring people to take action to protect the natural world.”

To be accredited, Lion Country Safari underwent a thorough review to ensure it has and will continue to meet ever-rising standards, which include animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, and safety. AZA requires zoos and aquariums to successfully complete this rigorous accreditation process every five years in order to be members of the Association.

The accreditation process includes a detailed application and a meticulous on-site inspection by a team of trained zoo and aquarium professionals. The inspecting team observes all aspects of the institution’s operation, including animal care; keeper training; safety for visitors, staff and animals; educational programs; conservation efforts; veterinary programs; financial stability; risk management; visitor services; and other areas. Finally, top officials are interviewed at a formal hearing of AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission, after which accreditation is granted, tabled, or denied. Any institution that is denied may reapply one year after the Commission’s decision is made.

Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, animal welfare, education, science, and recreation. AZA is the accrediting body for the top zoos and aquariums in the United States and seven other countries. Look for the AZA accreditation logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. The AZA is a leader in saving species and your link to helping animals all over the world. Through AZA SAFE: Saving Animals From Extinction, AZA-accredited facilities are collectively working to use their conservation science, wildlife expertise and the 183 million visitors to save species in the wild by identifying threats, developing action plans, raising new resources and engaging the public. To learn more, visit http://www.aza.org.

Fort Lauderdale, FL- March 30, 2016 - Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, Museum of Discovery and Science and Zoo Miami will be offering a ‘Summer Savings Pass’ for the sixth year in a row. The Summer Savings Pass will give pass holders unlimited admission to all four attractions throughout the summer!4 attractions…4 months of fun…1 low price.

The Summer Savings Pass will be available for purchase at each of the participating parks beginning on May 13, 2016 and will be valid for admission to each of the attractions until September 30, 2016. Museum of Discovery and Science, Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, and Zoo Miami will also have the passes for sale online at their respective websites: www.mods.orgwww.LionCountrySafari.com, www.miamiseaquarium.com, www.mods.org and www.zoomiami.org.
At $56 plus tax, per adult and $46 plus tax, per child (ages 3-12), this pass grants unlimited admission through September 30, 2016 at Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, Museum of Discovery and Science and Zoo Miami. Annual Pass holders of these attractions will be eligible to purchase this pass for only $31 plus tax, per adult, and $21 plus tax, per child. For more information on the Summer Savings Pass visit www.summersavingspass.com

Lion Country Safari

Lion Country Safari, located in West Palm Beach, is a four-mile drive-through safari with over 900 animals roaming free within inches of your vehicle including giraffe, zebra, rhinos, lions, wildebeests and more. Admission includes entry to Safari World Amusement Park with animal encounters (giraffe feeding, bird feeding and petting zoo) and demonstrations, free rides (Ferris wheel, kid’s train, carousel, paddle boats, water spray ground and more), games, shopping, food and thrills. We are located on Southern Boulevard (SR80) (just 15 miles west of I-95/10 miles west of the Turnpike). The park is open daily.

Miami Seaquarium

Discover South Florida’s favorite visitor attraction. Enjoy amazing marine mammal shows with Lolita the orca whale, dolphins and sea lions that delight children of all ages. Make a feathered friend at the new Penguin Isle exhibit. See world-class sea life exhibits with manatees, sea turtles, sharks, rays and more. Learn about wildlife rescue and marine animal care at the Conservation Outpost. Plus, there is no greater thrill than getting in the water with the friendly, intelligent and graceful dolphins at Dolphin Harbor. Connect up close and personal…and become friends for life!

Miami Seaquarium is minutes from downtown Miami, on the Rickenbacker Causeway, on the way to Key Biscayne. The park is opened daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to book a dolphin interaction experience, call (305) 361-5705 or visit www.miamiseaquarium.com

Museum of Discovery and Science

Spend a day of discovery exploring hundreds of interactive exhibits including the new EcoDiscovery Center. Visitors can take a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure, experience hurricane force winds in the Storm Center, dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon, get close to a confrontation between a saber-toothed cat and an Imperial mammoth, and enjoy the playful antics of North American river otters. See exciting science demonstrations and special exhibit Wildlife Rescue. Hang out with bats, turtles and sharks. Meet an alligator and be charmed by a 6-foot-long snake. Take a ride to Mars or soar through the skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator. Whether you’re two or 82 years old, visit the Museum of Discovery and Science and enjoy a full day of family fun.

The Museum is open seven days a week, 365 days a year; Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Add to your adventure with an IMAX® experience in the 300-seat AutoNation® IMAX 3D Theater that features the BIGGEST screen in South Florida. The Museum of Discovery and Science is at 401 S.W. Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information call (954) 467-MODS (6637) or visit our web site at www.mods.org

Zoo Miami

Discover what makes Zoo Miami a unique experience for visitors of all ages. Rated one of the top ten zoos in the U.S. by Tripadvisor.com, Zoo Miami houses more than 2,000 animals in natural habitats and provides visitors the feel of a safari. Enjoy animals like okapis, giant river otters, elephants and rhinos in large open air exhibits; a giraffe feeding station; camel rides; an Indian rhino encounter; Australian parrot feeding; meet and greets with new mascots, the Zoo Squad; tram tours; family cycles; water play areas; a monorail and large exhibits like Amazon & Beyond.

]]>http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/the-summer-savings-pass-is-coming-back/feed/0Lion Country Safari Featured on National TV Series 4/2/16http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/lion-country-safari-featured-on-national-tv-series-4216/
http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/lion-country-safari-featured-on-national-tv-series-4216/#commentsWed, 30 Mar 2016 15:12:01 +0000http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/?p=5534West Palm Beach, FL – Tune in Saturday, April 2, 2016 on ABC at 11:30am to catch Lion Country Safari on the Emmy® award winning television series Born to Explore with Richard Wiese. Here is a link to an exclusive preview on YouTube:

Over three days in February, Lion Country Safari hosted the crew of Born To Explore for the filming of this episode. Thanks to Microsoft technology, sixth graders from Tuckerton Elementary in New Jersey learn about animal adaptation in up close encounters with our animals, on a virtual fieldtrip.

The segment will air on ABC stations nationwide in front of 1.4 million households. Here in Palm Beach County, tune in at 11:30am on WPBF 25.

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http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/oldest-living-chimpanzee-a-special-giraffe-celebrate-birthdays-this-valentines-day/#commentsThu, 11 Feb 2016 15:53:14 +0000http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/?p=5501
West Palm Beach, Fl – To celebrate Valentine’s Day, animals at Lion Country Safari will receive Valentine-themed enrichments and two notable animals (Cupid/giraffe and Little Mama/chimpanzee) will celebrate their birthdays. The festivities will take place throughout the day on Feb. 14, 2016.

Cupid the giraffe celebrates his eleventh birthday. His heart-shaped spot on the right side of his neck distinguishes him. Cupid’s name if very fitting, considering he is the breeder bull giraffe on safari! Little Mama, who according to Dr. Jane Goodall, is in her late 70’s, will celebrate her birthday with pink and red items including a new shawl, stuffed animals and food items. She is the oldest-known living chimpanzee.

]]>http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/oldest-living-chimpanzee-a-special-giraffe-celebrate-birthdays-this-valentines-day/feed/031st Annual Christmas with the Chimpshttp://www.lioncountrysafari.com/lion-country-safari-celebrates-31st-annual-christmas-with-the-chimps/
http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/lion-country-safari-celebrates-31st-annual-christmas-with-the-chimps/#commentsFri, 11 Dec 2015 00:35:25 +0000http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/?p=5452Loxahatchee–On Thursday, December 17th at 10:30a.m., Lion Country Safari will celebrate the annual Christmas with the Chimps. The guest of honor for this celebration is Little Mama, who according to Dr. Jane Goodall, is the oldest living chimpanzee (estimated to be in her late 70’s).

For 31 years now, Santa Claus has taken a hiatus from the North Pole to deliver presents to a very special group of chimps. This holiday celebration is open to the public and is the only opportunity where guests are allowed out of their vehicles to observe the chimps while in the Safari Preserve.

Once Santa’s boat/sleigh is loaded with wrapped presents including edible treats, stuffed animals, clothes and enrichment-themed activities, he will make his delivery to the chimps ages 10 and older. “Our chimpanzees are always very excited about this annual Christmas with the Chimps event! Little Mama is a crowd favorite and Santa always brings her extra items. In addition to the tangible items they will get, the chimps really enjoy the human interactions that the event provides them. Chimpanzees are extremely intelligent, so they recognize that the gathering crowd of guests signals that Santa is on his way with their gifts. They also read human emotions very well, and react to the excitement and anticipation of our guests. The whole day is really very enriching for them,” says Primate Curator Tina Cloutier Barbour.

The presents are provided and wrapped by ChimpanZoo volunteers and staff at Lion Country Safari. ChimpanZoo is a program developed by renowned chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall for the research, enrichment and education of captive chimpanzees.

All visitors looking to be a part of the event are welcome. There is no pre-registration and attendance to the event is included with paid admission. Guests should arrive by 9:30a.m. to allow travel time to the chimp islands, located in the final section of the drive-through preserve.

Lion Country Safari is the only drive-through safari in South Florida. Guests can see over 1000 animals on 320 acres. The park is home to the largest herd of rhinos and zebras in the country. For more information, please call the main office at (561)793-1084.

Fort Lauderdale, FL- May 13, 2015 - Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, Museum of Discovery and Science and Zoo Miami will be offering a ‘Summer Savings Pass’ for the sixth year in a row. The Summer Savings Pass will give pass holders unlimited admission to all four attractions throughout the summer! 4 attractions…4 months of fun…1 low price.

The Summer Savings Pass will be available for purchase at each of the participating parks beginning on May 15, 2015 and will be valid for admission to each of the attractions until September 30, 2015. Museum of Discovery and Science, Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, and Zoo Miami will also have the passes for sale online at their respective websites: www.mods.orgwww.LionCountrySafari.com, www.miamiseaquarium.com, www.mods.org and www.zoomiami.org. In addition, Museum of Discovery and Science will have the passes available by phone at (954) 713-0930.

At $56 plus tax, per adult and $46 plus tax, per child (ages 3-12), this pass grants unlimited admission through September 30, 2015 at Lion Country Safari, Miami Seaquarium, Museum of Discovery and Science and Zoo Miami. Annual Pass holders of these attractions will be eligible to purchase this pass for only $31 plus tax, per adult, and $21 plus tax, per child. For more information on the Summer Savings Pass visit www.summersavingspass.com

Lion Country SafariLion Country Safari, located in West Palm Beach, is a four-mile drive-through safari with over 900 animals roaming free within inches of your vehicle including giraffe, zebra, rhinos, lions, wildebeests and more. Admission includes entry to Safari World Amusement Park with animal encounters (giraffe feeding, bird feeding and petting zoo) and demonstrations, free rides (Ferris wheel, kid’s train, carousel, paddle boats, water spray ground and more), games, shopping, food and thrills. We are located on Southern Boulevard (SR80) (just 15 miles west of I-95/10 miles west of the Turnpike). The park is open daily. For more information, call (561) 793-1084 or visit: www.LionCountrySafari.com

Miami SeaquariumIt’s a South Florida attraction like no other. A place where dolphins walk on water and a killer whale flies through the air; slithery moray eels lurk in coral reef caverns; giant sharks patrol their territory; sea lions delight children of all ages; endangered sea turtles and manatees find a safe haven; and gentle stingrays glide beneath your finger tips at the new Stingray Touch Pool. It’s a world-class marine-life entertainment park with eight different marine animal shows and presentations offered daily. Go on an underwater helmet diving adventure at the Seak Trek Reef Encounter! Miami Seaquarium is a place of inspiration, education – and fun! There’s no greater thrill than getting in the water with the friendly, intelligent and graceful dolphins at Dolphin Harbor. Two different dolphin interaction programs offer fun for everyone. Reservations are required.

Miami Seaquarium is located on the Rickenbacker Causeway, on the way to Key Biscayne. The park is opened daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to make reservations, call (305) 361-5705 or visit www.miamiseaquarium.com

Museum of Discovery and ScienceSpend a day of discovery exploring hundreds of interactive exhibits including the new EcoDiscovery Center. Visitors can take a ride on the Everglades Airboat Adventure, experience hurricane force winds in the Storm Center, dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon, get close to a confrontation between a saber-toothed cat and an Imperial mammoth, and enjoy the playful antics of North American river otters. See exciting science demonstrations and special exhibit Sesame Street Presents the Body. Hang out with bats, turtles and sharks. Meet an alligator and be charmed by a 6-foot-long snake. Take a ride to Mars or soar through the skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator. Whether you’re two or 82 years old, visit the Museum of Discovery and Science and enjoy a full day of family fun.

The Museum is open seven days a week, 365 days a year; Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Add to your adventure with an IMAX® experience in the 300-seat AutoNation® IMAX 3D Theater that features the BIGGEST screen in South Florida. The Museum of Discovery and Science is at 401 S.W. Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information call (954) 467-MODS (6637) or visit our web site at www.mods.org

Zoo MiamiDiscover what makes Zoo Miami a unique experience for visitors of all ages. Rated one of the top ten zoos in the U.S. by Tripadvisor.com, Zoo Miami houses more than 2,000 animals in natural habitats and provides visitors the feel of a safari. Enjoy animals like okapis, giant river otters, elephants and rhinos in large open air exhibits; a giraffe feeding station; camel rides; an Indian rhino encounter; Australian parrot feeding; meet and greets with new mascots, the Zoo Squad; tram tours; family cycles; water play areas; a monorail and large exhibits like Amazon & Beyond. Zoo Miami is located at 12400 SW 152 street; Miami, FL 33177. Hours are 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; ticket booths close at 4 p.m. Parking is free. For more information, please visit www.zoomiami.org or call (305) 251-0400.

]]>http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/4-attractions4-months-of-fun1-price/feed/0Southern White Rhinoceros Born on Safarihttp://www.lioncountrysafari.com/southern-white-rhinoceros-born-on-safari-march-18th-2015/
http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/southern-white-rhinoceros-born-on-safari-march-18th-2015/#commentsTue, 24 Mar 2015 15:37:25 +0000http://www.lioncountrysafari.com/?p=5026Lion Country Safari welcomes Spring with a ton of fun. A female Southern White Rhinoceros was born in front of guests on safari March 18th at 11:30am. Both the calf and mom are located in rhino maternity area, visible in the drive-through safari.

The baby, named Blossom, was born to mom Bloom after 16 months of gestation. She is Bloom’s 3rd baby. It’s unusual for a white rhino to give birth during the day; they are usually born at night. It is expected for Blossom to gain 3-4 pounds a day from her mother’s milk, and will gain about a thousand pounds a year for the first three years. Baby rhinos nurse for almost two years.

Of the 5 species of rhinos (White, Black, Indian, Sumatran and Javan) the white rhino is the most abundant with approximately 18,000 alive today but all 5 species are in peril due mostly to poaching. The Southern White Rhino is the only species of rhino that eats only grasses; the others are also browsers.

Lion Country Safari is home to 13 White Rhinos – 10 females and 3 males. Since 1979, Lion Country Safari has had 34 rhino offspring. We are pleased with our success as a participant in the White Rhinoceros Species Survival Plan (SSP), a program of the Associations of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).